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First Verdict for Negligent HPV Transmission Case in California

In June, Eric and Pamela took a case to trial involving negligent transmission of a sexually transmitted disease (HPV). After 5 days of trial, which included hotly contested expert witness testimony, the jury delivered justice in the form of a $160,000 verdict in favor of their client. No other case of this kind has been taken to trial in California, making this a novel case and great victory. Says the client, "Thank you so much for representing me. I'm so grateful for you and Pam."



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Eric's Expert Witness Offers Praise

To establish liability in a tough case of proving causation, Eric called an OB/GYN expert witness who had extensive knowledge in high-risk HPV, its transmission, and risk of future cancer. As expected, she provided medical opinions based on the facts and created a persuasive time line of events. Following her testimony, the doctor wrote to Eric saying, "I just wanted to wish you all the best. You're an excellent attorney....and, I know as I've seen enough to be a good judge."

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Eric & Pamela at Banyard Inn of Court

Pamela and Eric attended The Banyard Inn of Court Annual Awards Gala held June 2, 2023 at the Westin South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa. Pamela received a plaque in recognition of her service as the organization's 2022-2023 President. Her final duties as President involved distributing civility and achievement awards to the organization's outstanding members. Says Pamela, "I am especially proud of presenting an award to my former student and law clerk, Edwin Hong, who is now an amazing lawyer."



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Eric Receives Many Rewards with ABOTA

Eric has enjoyed professional and personal rewards as a member of ABOTA-Orange County Chapter and its association with more than 7300 experienced trial lawyers and judges nationally. In 1998, Eric was invited to join and was voted into membership. At 33, he was the youngest member to have been admitted in the organization's history. In 2021, Eric rose to Govenor status within the ABOTA Foundation - the educational arm of ABOTA - Orange County Chapter. Of today's 240 Orange County members, only four are at the Governor level or higher. Says Eric, "It is safe to say the when it comes to ABOTA and its mission, I am all in."

With 96 chapters in 50 US states and the District of Columbia, ABOTA's mission is to promote and improve the American civil justice system and to preserve the Seventh Amendment right to civil jury trials for future generations. It does this through Civics Education, Professional Education and grants. To learn more, click here: www.abota.org. 



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Eric Takes Being a Grandpa Seriously

Recently, Eric became a first-time grandpa and is quite taken with his new role. Doing what grandparents do, Eric and Pamela shopped for every kind of baby gear available under the sun and have discovered joy in all things tiny and pink. Says Pamela, "Eric is over the moon in love with our beautiful granddaughter, Holland." Eric is certain that Holland is "Sugar and Spice and Everything Nice." After all, she already loves her grandpa.  



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Eric, Pamela, and Matchbox Twenty

Eric and Pamela enjoyed a trip back in time to the 90's music scene with American Pop legends, Matchbox Twenty. In the early stages of their "Slow Dream Tour", band members, Rob Thomas, Brian Yale, Paul Doucette, and Kyle Cook, worked their musical magic to a packed FivePoint Amphitheatre in Irvine. The audience sang along to hits like “3AM,” “Push,” “Unwell,” and “Bent,” and enjoyed an introduction to songs from their recently released album, Where the Light Goes. Says Eric," This was a great concert and a must-see!"



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Connor & Cheyenne Meet with Rep. Mike Levin 

During a recent trip to Wahington, D.C., Connor and his wife Cheyenne visited with U.S. Congressman Mike Levin in his Capitol Hill office. Serving his third term as the U.S. representative for California's 49th congressional district, Levin sits on the House Committee on Natural Resources and the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs where he is a Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity. Says Connor, "It was an honor to meet with Congressman Levin while in D.C. and take in the iconic cherry blossoms." 


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Eric Receives Thanks from Client

Eric received a heartfelt thank you from a happy client on behalf of her husband. Says the client, "Thank you so much, Eric. This is good news! We are so very grateful to you for your work, your expertise, your communication, and your kindness."



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Eric: A Reputation for Results

Eric distinguished himself early as one of the top trial attorneys in Southern California when he was recognized as the youngest winner of the prestigious “Trial Lawyer of the Year” award in the history of the Orange County Trial Lawyer Association. Over his 33-year career, Eric Traut has had hundreds of six- and seven-figure verdicts and settlements and has gone on to try more than 100 jury trials. In fact, Traut Firm wins over 95 percent of their cases.

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Pamela: A Career of Prestige

Pamela Liosi-Traut has over 28 plus years of experience handling personal injury matters. She has practiced with the Traut Firm since 2014, doing exclusively plaintiff’s personal injury and wrongful death law. Throughout her legal career, Pamela has been involved in numerous jury and bench trials where she represented both plaintiffs and defendants in personal injury, medical malpractice and wrongful death matters.



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YELP Review:
Aero Luggage Repair 

& Sales

Read what Eric wrote about Aero Luggage Repair & Sales:

Don't let the appearance of this closet sized store front that looks like it's inhabited by a hoarder fool you. The owner knows luggage and how to fix it.

He replaced the wheels on my rolling trial briefcase and had it done on the date promised. Not sure how he found it amongst the piles of bags and suitcases from floor to ceiling, but I had it rolling out of the door in 30 seconds. 5 STARS!



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Employee Profile:

Judy Gilbaugh  



Judy Gilbaugh is the Medical Records Clerk for Traut Firm. Her responsibilities include obtaining all relevant records and bills, preparing an itemized list of economic damages on behalf of the clients and staying on top o any client updates and changes.



Before coming to the Traut Firm, Judy had quite an interesting and diverse employment history. She has worked as an ambulance dispatcher, a customer service representative at John Wayne Airport, and as a personal secretary at a caregiving facility.



Judy’s hobbies include growing Plumeria plants (she has 5 different colors), bird watching, stargazing, traveling to numerous European countries, and caring for her own exotic animals. Judy enjoys countless outdoor activities, including swimming, hiking, and kayaking. While some may consider it unusual, Judy owns six mermaid tails. She enjoys swimming in costume to see the reaction of the stunned kids and their parents as she propels herself through the water. Imagine your own look of surprise if you were to witness this.



For many years, Judy has volunteered her time for “Cloud 9" feeding the homeless in Los Angeles. She also volunteers at the Marine Mammal Care Center in San Pedro. Judy is active in the women’s ministry of her church and is a violinist in the church’s orchestra. Judy is incredibly upbeat and enthusiastic. Each of us at the Traut Firm is fortunate to work by her side.








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